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Vasque St. Elias Waterproof Hiking Boots - Men's
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Built for the long haul and designed for comfort the moment you put them on, the men's Vasque St. Elias Waterproof hiking boots deliver confident traction and weatherproof performance.
Key Details
Waterproof
Yes
Upper
1.8-2 mm leather
Weight (Pair)
2 lbs. 14 oz.
- Full-grain leather uppers yield an easier break-in
- GORE-TEX waterproof membranes provide durable waterproof, windproof, breathable protection and comfort with a long product life
- 33% bio-based collars and tongue foams
- 60% recycled content toe boxes and heel counters
- 80% recycled content laces
- Summit form and fit with a straight line last and classic hiking shape
- Rockered toes and positive lock heel pockets
- 20% bio-content polyurethane footbeds
- Dual-density midsoles encompass an EVA support rim that provides stability combined with high-energy return EVA pods for enhanced cushioning where you need it the most
- Vasque-exclusive Vibram® Megagrip outsoles provide traction and comfort for short and long trips
Imported.
View all Vasque Men's Day Hiking Boots| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX waterproof membrane |
| Upper | 1.8-2 mm leather |
| Midsole | Dual-density high-energy return EVA midsole + 20% sugarcane |
| Outsole | Vibram Megagrip |
| Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 14 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
Vasque Footwear - Men's
| 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| U.S. Women's | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | |||||||
| UK | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| EU | 39 | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12.2 | 12.6 | 13 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Too Tight in Toe Box
JL in Sac6 months ago
Got these on clearance. Hated them just trying them on. Way too tight in the toe box. Might be fine if you have small/narrow feet. Maybe I would have been happier with a half size larger?
In any event, they felt too narrow in the toe box and they needed a heel strap for pulling these on and for carabiner attachment to dangle off my backpack. I decided to skip trying a larger size and simply returning.
Gorgeous boot though, and it appears well-made.
JL in Sac
Sacramento
8 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Crazy foot pain, blisters.
ta20255 months ago
I wore a pair of Vasque Elias for years and *loved* them. Bought a pair of these since I read Vasque was going out of business and I didn’t want to be without a good pair of boots. Took them on one 12 mile hike and it wrecked my feet. Toe box is way smaller than previous generations; I started to form huge blisters along the inside of my foot right underneath my big toes on both feet; insoles are very cheap and thin; I had heel pain worse than any other shoes I’ve worn (I struggle seriously with plantar faciitis and my previous Elias boots were the only boots that didn’t agitate it further on long hikes) . They’re clearly very sturdy and waterproof, but it is not at all worth the pain or discomfort—especially at that weight and price point. I also had the issue another reviewer mentioned of getting sent the wrong size and having to file an exchange, all to have the boots still need to be returned. Massive bummer.
ta2025
OR
4 people found this review helpful
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Terrence
Grand Rapids, MI
Deceptive picture is a deal breaker
2 months ago
In reality, the Vasque logos on both the inside and the outside of the boot is colored in making the logo overly conspicuous and ugly? In the picture provided by REI, the logo is the same color as the boot and you can’t really see it. That’s a deal breaker for me, I’m taking it to the store for a refund.
Age:55–64
No, I do not recommend this product
Steve
WI
Painful boots
4 months ago
The boots look and fit great but there is a seam where the tongue is sewn in that sticks up and rubbed sores on top of my feet. I couldn't get through a full day just wearing around the house. I kept trying, hoping that they would wear in but it got worse. I wanted them because of good ankle support when hiking. I have them at a shoe repair shop now to try and make them better. Even though I bought them on clearance, not worth the money.
Age:65–74
No, I do not recommend this product
JL in Sac
Sacramento
Too Tight in Toe Box
6 months ago
Got these on clearance. Hated them just trying them on. Way too tight in the toe box. Might be fine if you have small/narrow feet. Maybe I would have been happier with a half size larger? In any event, they felt too narrow in the toe box and they needed a heel strap for pulling these on and for carabiner attachment to dangle off my backpack. I decided to skip trying a larger size and simply returning. Gorgeous boot though, and it appears well-made.
Age:45–54
No, I do not recommend this product
ta2025
Oregon
Crazy foot pain, blisters.
5 months ago
I wore a pair of Vasque Elias for years and *loved* them. Bought a pair of these since I read Vasque was going out of business and I didn’t want to be without a good pair of boots. Took them on one 12 mile hike and it wrecked my feet. Toe box is way smaller than previous generations; I started to form huge blisters along the inside of my foot right underneath my big toes on both feet; insoles are very cheap and thin; I had heel pain worse than any other shoes I’ve worn (I struggle seriously with plantar faciitis and my previous Elias boots were the only boots that didn’t agitate it further on long hikes) . They’re clearly very sturdy and waterproof, but it is not at all worth the pain or discomfort—especially at that weight and price point. I also had the issue another reviewer mentioned of getting sent the wrong size and having to file an exchange, all to have the boots still need to be returned. Massive bummer.
Age:35–44
No, I do not recommend this product
TNHiker242
Knoxville, TN
Wide fit, issue with toes jamming in front of boot
3 months ago
Disappointed, I really wanted to like these boots because they look really nice and they have nice midsole padding. However, the fit of the boots was very wide and regardless of how snug I tightened the laces I experienced painful toe jamming when walking downhill. Had to return.
Age:45–54
No, I do not recommend this product
Greg Shell
Milwaukee, WI
Warm foot wear
6 months ago
I bought these boots several years ago. The previous owner stated they were too warm. What do you expect from a quality back country hiking boot? Sandals.
Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
Rich26189
Massachusetts
Great boot after 20+ years, would buy again!
4 months ago
I bought my pair 20+ years ago to backpack up Mt. Washington (NH). Been using them for lesser peaks and day hikes since. Good ankle support which I liked for the more rugged trails. These have held up well, The upper were kept waterproof using NuBuck. Insoles are probably a little compressed, I could use inserts I suppose. The thread is worn in spots, but as you would expect but still grips well, no cracks! I'm planning a long, multi-week backpacking hike in cooler not cold weather over not rugged trails. If my hike were to be over more rugged trails or cold weather I would definitely by a new pair, mine are good for day hikes but I don't know they have 200+ miles in them, at least not while I'm far from home. Though these boots are heavy I give them 5 stars because that weight buys you good ankle support and warmth. I would love to see this same construction in a shoe form, with same lather uppers and same sole.
Age:75 or over
Yes , I recommend this product
RobR
Portland, OR
Best "bang for the buck!"
4 months ago
A sturdy, reliable, waterproof hiker or work boot, especially if you soak it down with Huber's Shoe Grease on a dual boot drying stand. Will keep you watertight and comfortable throughout all the heavy fall, winter and sring rains of much of the northern US.
Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
Bigfoot
They sent the wrong size
6 months ago
The boots look nice but I ordered size 14 and received size 11.5. Now I have to pay for shipping to return them
No, I do not recommend this product
Francisco
Returned
1 month ago
Returned as didn’t feet left foot due to a old fracture
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